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(FREE) 4th Trimester Support Group
(FREE) 4th Trimester Support Group
February 1, 2023 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
3074 Whitney Ave 1st Floor, Suit 211 Hamden, CT 06410
(FREE) 4th Trimester Support Group
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Format: In-person
Price: FREE
Day & Time: Wednesday, 11:00am to 1:00pm
Note: hosted by New Life Doulas
Open to the public, community and support for new families.
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Breastfeeding Support Group (online)
Breastfeeding Support Group (online)
February 1, 2023 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Breastfeeding Support Group
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Price: $10 for general public and $5 for doula clients. No fee for lactation clients working with Dawn.
Format: Online via Zoom
Day & Time: Every other Wednesday from 6:30pm to 7:30pm
Hosted by: Dawn Havener, CLC
If you are struggling with breastfeeding or you would like to chat with other new parents who are also working out the kinks, join our biweekly Breastfeeding Support Group! Every other Wednesday, certified lactation consultant Dawn Havener will lead the online group in discussing the ins and outs of breastfeeding and pumping, including how to troubleshoot complications, understanding baby behaviors and attachment, maintaining your milk supply, and more. Come as often as you'd like!
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Childbirth, Four-Week Course (Week 4)
Childbirth, Four-Week Course (Week 4)
February 1, 2023 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Empowered Beginnings CT: Prenatal, Birth & Postpartum Wellness Consultants, 3074 Whitney Ave Building 2, Hamden, CT 06518, USA
Childbirth, 4-Week Course
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER:
Format: In-person
Price: $250 per couple
Day & Time: Wednesdays at 6:30pm to 9:00pm
Note: We suggest you sign up for a course that will start sometime after your 26th week and ends before your 37th week of pregnancy.
This in-person series is great for first-time parents and comes highly recommended by many local midwives and obstetricians for its empowering approach to childbirth. Our goal is to help each family become wise healthcare consumers and to partner with their OB providers for a safe birth using as few interventions as possible. Although the class strives to educate patients and their partners toward natural childbirth (i.e., unmedicated, intervention-free), classes are for prepared childbirth in the hospital, birth center, or home setting. The classes use a multidisciplinary approach, pulling information from resources such as Dr. Robert Bradley (of the Bradley method), the Lamaze Institute for Normal Birth, educator/doula Penny Simkin, and midwife Ina May Gaskin.
Topics Reviewed
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Physiology and changes in pregnancy
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Normal progression of labor and birth
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Relaxation and breathing techniques
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Coping methods for labor and birth such as hydrotherapy, music, mental focus, and comforting positions
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Analgesia and anesthesia options such as nitrous oxide and epidurals
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Benefits and risks of medical interventions
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The partner's role during labor and birth
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Postpartum care
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Newborn care at the hospital
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Empowered Cesarean Birth Prep
Empowered Cesarean Birth Prep
February 2, 2023 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Empowered Beginnings CT: Prenatal, Birth & Postpartum Wellness Consultants, 3074 Whitney Ave Building 2, Hamden, CT 06518, USA
Empowered Cesarean Birth Prep
Format: In-person
Price: $100 per couple
Day & Time: Thursday, 6:00pm-9:00pm
This one session class covers everything you need to know to plan and prepare for a cesarean birth. This class is appropriate for someone either planning to have a cesarean or planning to have a vaginal birth who would like to have the information in case an unexpected cesarean should arise.
Topics Reviewed:
- Reasons for cesarean births
- How to prepare
- What to expect when you arrive
- What happens in the operating and recovery rooms
- What to expect during recovery
- Emotional aspects of a cesarean birth
- How to mentally prepare for the birth
- Calming techniques
- Create a birth plan outline and affirmations
- Your partner or support person's role throughout
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Postpartum Support Group for Doula Clients
Postpartum Support Group for Doula Clients
February 3, 2023 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
3074 Whitney Ave 1st Floor, Suit 211 Hamden, CT 06410
Postpartum Support Group
**This is a closed group for clients of EB Doulas or Begin with Ashley only.**
Format: In-person
Day & Time: Fridays, 11:00am to 1:00pm
What to expect: Connect with other new parents in this group facilitated by Ashley & Dawn. You must be a doula client to join this group.
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Prenatal & Postpartum Group Fitness
Prenatal & Postpartum Group Fitness
February 6, 2023 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
3074 Whitney Ave 1st Floor, Suit 211 Hamden, CT 06410
Prenatal & Postpartum Group Fitness
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER:
Format: In-person
Price: $25 per class
Day & Time: Monday, from 6:00pm to 7:00pm
Note: Please let me know before class of anything we should be aware of so we can offer modifications if necessary, or if you do not wish to be physically corrected.
This small group class will offer a mix of movements with a focus on strength training for those in any stage of parenthood - preconception, pregnancy, or postpartum. Take the stress out of searching for the list of "safe" exercises or skipping out on your favorite moves. Your coach will take you through a heart-pumping, sweat-building workout that provides scaled options to build strength and confidence no matter where you are starting from.
See more details
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Q&A with Ashley & Dawn
Q&A with Ashley & Dawn
February 6, 2023 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Q&A with Ashley & Dawn
Registration not required. This is a closed group for Ashley & Dawn's doula clients only.
Format: Online
Price: Free
Day & Time: Mondays, 7:00pm to 8:00pm
Note: You must be a client of Begin With Ashley to participate in this group. The zoom link will be posted in our private Facebook group.
Please join with questions or just to chat with other new families. There is no agenda for this it’s just an opportunity to connect and come together for support during your pregnancy.
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Babies Music Class: Music Folk
Babies Music Class: Music Folk
February 7, 2023 10:00 am - 11:00 am
3074 Whitney Ave 1st Floor, Suit 211 Hamden, CT 06410
Babies Music Class: Music Folk
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Format: In-person
Price: Please click here for price
Day & Time: 10-week series, Tuesdays from 10:00am to 11:00am
Note: Have you noticed that your baby can sing, or "coo" to you already but can't speak yet? Studies show that they can match pitch as early as 2 weeks old. Try singing to them and listen for the sounds and reactions they make. Most parents don't realize that their babies come into the world wired to make music. They are born ready to make music!
In fact, "babies who participate in music classes with their parents/caregiver in the first year of life, smile more, communicate better and show earlier and more sophisticated brain responses to music" (Study from McMaster University). Not to mention all the other benefits by starting music as a baby. They develop so many skills; cognitive, social, emotional growth, language development, fine motor skills as they embark on their lifelong musical journey. This is such a wonderful activity to do with your baby to start to stimulate their brains and bodies and share the joy of music making and bonding with them as a baby. In this class we will not only learn music, but also some baby signs as well.
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(FREE) 4th Trimester Support Group (online)
(FREE) 4th Trimester Support Group (online)
February 7, 2023 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
https://zoom.us/j/124179840
(FREE) 4th Trimester Support Group
No Registration Needed. This group is open to anyone.
Format: Online; Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/124179840
Price: FREE
Day & Time: Tuesdays, 11:00am to 12:30pm
Hosted by: Louise Ward, RN (retired Childbirth Educator and Yale Labor and Birth nurse)
Description: What is the 4th trimester? This concept refers to the first few months after you deliver, a period of intense development and adjustment to life outside the womb for your newborn. He or she was kept snuggled in a warm, dark environment where hunger and wet diapers were not a problem. Now there are lots of new senses to get used to! At the same time, you are recovering from giving birth and adapting physically, emotionally, and mentally to parenthood and all its challenges. This huge change for both of you can be rough and overwhelming at times, even more so than the pregnancy itself.
One of the best things for getting through this time with your sanity intact is finding support and encouragement from others, especially if they are going through the same thing as you. This group will give you the opportunity to tell your birth story, discuss challenges, successes, share stories, and to meet other new moms in the area.
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(Week 5) Prenatal Yoga, 5-week Series
(Week 5) Prenatal Yoga, 5-week Series
February 7, 2023 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
3074 Whitney Ave 1st Floor, Suit 211 Hamden, CT 06410
Prenatal Yoga, 5-week Series
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Format: In-person
Price: $95 per series (5 classes)
Day & Time: Tuesdays, from 12:00pm-1:00pm
Description: Connect with your ever-changing pregnant body with asana and restorative yoga. Practicing prenatal yoga is associated with a range of physical and mental health benefits, including boosting strength, flexibility, balance, and easing pregnancy-related discomforts. As important moderate exercise is during pregnancy, knowing how to rest deeply and rejuvenate is equally important. This class merges these two aspects to help prepare you for labor, delivery, and postpartum adjustment.
What to Bring: Dress in comfortable clothing that can allow for a variety of positions. Bring your yoga mat, water, and a towel that can be folded to allow for comfortable sitting on the floor.
Note: If you have a high risk pregnancy or other special circumstances related to your health, consult with your OB provider to make sure this class is right for you. Please let us know before class of anything we should be aware of so we can offer modifications if necessary, or if you do not wish to be physically corrected.
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(Week 5) Parent & Baby Yoga, 5-week Series
(Week 5) Parent & Baby Yoga, 5-week Series
February 7, 2023 1:15 pm - 2:15 pm
3074 Whitney Ave 1st Floor, Suit 211 Hamden, CT 06410
Parent & Baby Yoga, 5-week Series (week 5)
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Format: In-person
Price: $95 per series (5 classes)
Day & Time: Tuesdays, from 1:15 to 2:15pm
Description: Whether you are 6 weeks or 25 years postpartum, this class will help you! This 5-week series is designed to re-tone and reconnect to the pelvic floor and to create a stronger container in your core and back. We will undo the imprint of the pregnant body and re-introduce and re-center the body to its natural state. We will also work to counteract the repetitive positions from caring for your child. Join us to strengthen your body so that you move about in the world with more connection and awareness from within. These practices not only help us in our physical bodies, but also in our mental, spiritual, and emotional bodies, too!
What to Bring: Bringing your baby is optional! Dress in comfortable clothing that can allow for a variety of positions. Bring your yoga mat, water, and a towel that can be folded to allow for comfortable sitting on the floor.
Note: Please let us know before class of anything we should be aware of so we can offer modifications if necessary, or if you do not wish to be physically corrected.
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(FREE) 4th Trimester Support Group
(FREE) 4th Trimester Support Group
February 8, 2023 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
3074 Whitney Ave 1st Floor, Suit 211 Hamden, CT 06410
(FREE) 4th Trimester Support Group
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Format: In-person
Price: FREE
Day & Time: Wednesday, 11:00am to 1:00pm
Note: hosted by New Life Doulas
Open to the public, community and support for new families.
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Postpartum Support Group for Doula Clients
Postpartum Support Group for Doula Clients
February 10, 2023 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
3074 Whitney Ave 1st Floor, Suit 211 Hamden, CT 06410
Postpartum Support Group
**This is a closed group for clients of EB Doulas or Begin with Ashley only.**
Format: In-person
Day & Time: Fridays, 11:00am to 1:00pm
What to expect: Connect with other new parents in this group facilitated by Ashley & Dawn. You must be a doula client to join this group.
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Prenatal & Birth Prep Yoga
Prenatal & Birth Prep Yoga
February 12, 2023 9:00 am - 10:30 am
3074 Whitney Ave 1st Floor, Suit 211 Hamden, CT 06410
Prenatal & Birth Prep Yoga
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Format: In-person
Price: $30 per class
Day & Time: Every other Sunday, from 9:00am-10:30am
Description: Connect with your ever-changing pregnant body with asana and restorative yoga. Practicing prenatal yoga is associated with a range of physical and mental health benefits, including boosting strength, flexibility, balance, and easing pregnancy-related discomforts. As important moderate exercise is during pregnancy, knowing how to rest deeply and rejuvenate is equally important. This class merges these two aspects to help prepare you for labor, delivery, and postpartum adjustment.
What to Bring: Dress in comfortable clothing that can allow for a variety of positions. Bring your yoga mat, water, and a towel that can be folded to allow for comfortable sitting on the floor.
Note: If you have a high risk pregnancy or other special circumstances related to your health, consult with your OB provider to make sure this class is right for you. Please let us know before class of anything we should be aware of so we can offer modifications if necessary, or if you do not wish to be physically corrected.
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Prenatal & Postpartum Group Fitness
Prenatal & Postpartum Group Fitness
February 13, 2023 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
3074 Whitney Ave 1st Floor, Suit 211 Hamden, CT 06410
Prenatal & Postpartum Group Fitness
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER:
Format: In-person
Price: $25 per class
Day & Time: Monday, from 6:00pm to 7:00pm
Note: Please let me know before class of anything we should be aware of so we can offer modifications if necessary, or if you do not wish to be physically corrected.
This small group class will offer a mix of movements with a focus on strength training for those in any stage of parenthood - preconception, pregnancy, or postpartum. Take the stress out of searching for the list of "safe" exercises or skipping out on your favorite moves. Your coach will take you through a heart-pumping, sweat-building workout that provides scaled options to build strength and confidence no matter where you are starting from.
See more details
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Q&A with Ashley & Dawn
Q&A with Ashley & Dawn
February 13, 2023 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Q&A with Ashley & Dawn
Registration not required. This is a closed group for Ashley & Dawn's doula clients only.
Format: Online
Price: Free
Day & Time: Mondays, 7:00pm to 8:00pm
Note: You must be a client of Begin With Ashley to participate in this group. The zoom link will be posted in our private Facebook group.
Please join with questions or just to chat with other new families. There is no agenda for this it’s just an opportunity to connect and come together for support during your pregnancy.
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Babies Music Class: Music Folk
Babies Music Class: Music Folk
February 14, 2023 10:00 am - 11:00 am
3074 Whitney Ave 1st Floor, Suit 211 Hamden, CT 06410
Babies Music Class: Music Folk
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Format: In-person
Price: Please click here for price
Day & Time: 10-week series, Tuesdays from 10:00am to 11:00am
Note: Have you noticed that your baby can sing, or "coo" to you already but can't speak yet? Studies show that they can match pitch as early as 2 weeks old. Try singing to them and listen for the sounds and reactions they make. Most parents don't realize that their babies come into the world wired to make music. They are born ready to make music!
In fact, "babies who participate in music classes with their parents/caregiver in the first year of life, smile more, communicate better and show earlier and more sophisticated brain responses to music" (Study from McMaster University). Not to mention all the other benefits by starting music as a baby. They develop so many skills; cognitive, social, emotional growth, language development, fine motor skills as they embark on their lifelong musical journey. This is such a wonderful activity to do with your baby to start to stimulate their brains and bodies and share the joy of music making and bonding with them as a baby. In this class we will not only learn music, but also some baby signs as well.
See more details
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(FREE) 4th Trimester Support Group (online)
(FREE) 4th Trimester Support Group (online)
February 14, 2023 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
https://zoom.us/j/124179840
(FREE) 4th Trimester Support Group
No Registration Needed. This group is open to anyone.
Format: Online; Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/124179840
Price: FREE
Day & Time: Tuesdays, 11:00am to 12:30pm
Hosted by: Louise Ward, RN (retired Childbirth Educator and Yale Labor and Birth nurse)
Description: What is the 4th trimester? This concept refers to the first few months after you deliver, a period of intense development and adjustment to life outside the womb for your newborn. He or she was kept snuggled in a warm, dark environment where hunger and wet diapers were not a problem. Now there are lots of new senses to get used to! At the same time, you are recovering from giving birth and adapting physically, emotionally, and mentally to parenthood and all its challenges. This huge change for both of you can be rough and overwhelming at times, even more so than the pregnancy itself.
One of the best things for getting through this time with your sanity intact is finding support and encouragement from others, especially if they are going through the same thing as you. This group will give you the opportunity to tell your birth story, discuss challenges, successes, share stories, and to meet other new moms in the area.
See more details
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(Week 1) Prenatal Yoga, 5-week Series
(Week 1) Prenatal Yoga, 5-week Series
February 14, 2023 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
3074 Whitney Ave 1st Floor, Suit 211 Hamden, CT 06410
Prenatal Yoga, 5-week Series
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Format: In-person
Price: $95 per series (5 classes)
Day & Time: Tuesdays, from 12:00pm-1:00pm
Description: Connect with your ever-changing pregnant body with asana and restorative yoga. Practicing prenatal yoga is associated with a range of physical and mental health benefits, including boosting strength, flexibility, balance, and easing pregnancy-related discomforts. As important moderate exercise is during pregnancy, knowing how to rest deeply and rejuvenate is equally important. This class merges these two aspects to help prepare you for labor, delivery, and postpartum adjustment.
What to Bring: Dress in comfortable clothing that can allow for a variety of positions. Bring your yoga mat, water, and a towel that can be folded to allow for comfortable sitting on the floor.
Note: If you have a high risk pregnancy or other special circumstances related to your health, consult with your OB provider to make sure this class is right for you. Please let us know before class of anything we should be aware of so we can offer modifications if necessary, or if you do not wish to be physically corrected.
See more details
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(Week 1) Parent & Baby Yoga, 5-week Series
(Week 1) Parent & Baby Yoga, 5-week Series
February 14, 2023 1:15 pm - 2:15 pm
3074 Whitney Ave 1st Floor, Suit 211 Hamden, CT 06410
Parent & Baby Yoga, 5-week Series
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Format: In-person
Price: $95 per series (5 classes)
Day & Time: Tuesdays, from 1:15 to 2:15pm
Description: Whether you are 6 weeks or 25 years postpartum, this class will help you! This 5-week series is designed to re-tone and reconnect to the pelvic floor and to create a stronger container in your core and back. We will undo the imprint of the pregnant body and re-introduce and re-center the body to its natural state. We will also work to counteract the repetitive positions from caring for your child. Join us to strengthen your body so that you move about in the world with more connection and awareness from within. These practices not only help us in our physical bodies, but also in our mental, spiritual, and emotional bodies, too!
What to Bring: Bringing your baby is optional! Dress in comfortable clothing that can allow for a variety of positions. Bring your yoga mat, water, and a towel that can be folded to allow for comfortable sitting on the floor.
Note: Please let us know before class of anything we should be aware of so we can offer modifications if necessary, or if you do not wish to be physically corrected.
See more details
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Childbirth, Two-Day Course (Day 1)
Childbirth, Two-Day Course (Day 1)
February 14, 2023 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Childbirth, 2-Day Class
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Price: $150 per couple
Format: Online via Zoom
Day & Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Note: We suggest you sign up for a course that will take place sometime between your 26th and 37th week of pregnancy. This class is included in EB Doulas Package 2 and Ashley & Dawn's Comprehensive Doula Package. If you have signed up for doula services under one of these packages, there is no fee for this class. Please use the voucher code provided in your doula services registration email when you check out.
This online 2-day mini-course is a modified version of the 4-week series that only focuses on labor and delivery. It is a good option for first-time parents unable to attend the 4-week series or those who will be attempting a VBAC for the first time (vaginal birth after cesarean). Pair this with the in-person Advanced Coping Strategies class to get helpful hands-on instruction to complement what you learned online!
Topics Reviewed:
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Physiology and progression of labor and birth
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Relaxation and breathing techniques
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Coping methods for labor and birth such as hydrotherapy, music, mental focus, and comforting positions
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Analgesia and anesthesia options such as nitrous oxide and epidurals
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Benefits and risks of medical interventions
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The partner's role during labor and birth
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(FREE) 4th Trimester Support Group
(FREE) 4th Trimester Support Group
February 15, 2023 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
3074 Whitney Ave 1st Floor, Suit 211 Hamden, CT 06410
(FREE) 4th Trimester Support Group
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Format: In-person
Price: FREE
Day & Time: Wednesday, 11:00am to 1:00pm
Note: hosted by New Life Doulas
Open to the public, community and support for new families.
See more details
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Breastfeeding Basics
Breastfeeding Basics
February 15, 2023 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Breastfeeding Basics
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Format: online via Zoom
Price: $50 per couple
Time & Day: (Online) Wednesday, 6:30pm to 7:30pm
What to expect:
This is a one-session, online course that covers all the essentials for breastfeeding. It is appropriate for those new to breastfeeding who are unable to attend the in-person version, and those who need a refresher for their next baby. Partners are highly encouraged to tune in as well!
Topics Include:
- Benefits of breastfeeding
- Getting a good latch
- Positioning techniques
- Establishing and maintaining your milk supply
- Troubleshooting
- Debunking myths and outdated advice
- Pumping tips and tricks
- How partners can help
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Breastfeeding Support Group (online)
Breastfeeding Support Group (online)
February 15, 2023 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Breastfeeding Support Group
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Price: $10 for general public and $5 for doula clients. No fee for lactation clients working with Dawn.
Format: Online via Zoom
Day & Time: Every other Wednesday from 6:30pm to 7:30pm
Hosted by: Dawn Havener, CLC
If you are struggling with breastfeeding or you would like to chat with other new parents who are also working out the kinks, join our biweekly Breastfeeding Support Group! Every other Wednesday, certified lactation consultant Dawn Havener will lead the online group in discussing the ins and outs of breastfeeding and pumping, including how to troubleshoot complications, understanding baby behaviors and attachment, maintaining your milk supply, and more. Come as often as you'd like!
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Childbirth, Two-Day Class, (Day 2)
Childbirth, Two-Day Class, (Day 2)
February 16, 2023 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Childbirth, 2-Day Class
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Price: $150 per couple
Format: Online via Zoom
Day & Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Note: We suggest you sign up for a course that will take place sometime between your 26th and 37th week of pregnancy. This class is included in EB Doulas Package 2 and Ashley & Dawn's Comprehensive Doula Package. If you have signed up for doula services under one of these packages, there is no fee for this class. Please use the voucher code provided in your doula services registration email when you check out.
This online 2-day mini-course is a modified version of the 4-week series that only focuses on labor and delivery. It is a good option for first-time parents unable to attend the 4-week series or those who will be attempting a VBAC for the first time (vaginal birth after cesarean). Pair this with the in-person Advanced Coping Strategies class to get helpful hands-on instruction to complement what you learned online!
Topics Reviewed:
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Physiology and progression of labor and birth
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Relaxation and breathing techniques
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Coping methods for labor and birth such as hydrotherapy, music, mental focus, and comforting positions
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Analgesia and anesthesia options such as nitrous oxide and epidurals
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Benefits and risks of medical interventions
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The partner's role during labor and birth
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Postpartum Support Group for Doula Clients
Postpartum Support Group for Doula Clients
February 17, 2023 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
3074 Whitney Ave 1st Floor, Suit 211 Hamden, CT 06410
Postpartum Support Group
**This is a closed group for clients of EB Doulas or Begin with Ashley only.**
Format: In-person
Day & Time: Fridays, 11:00am to 1:00pm
What to expect: Connect with other new parents in this group facilitated by Ashley & Dawn. You must be a doula client to join this group.
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(FREE) LGBTQIA+ Support Group
(FREE) LGBTQIA+ Support Group
February 18, 2023 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Empowered Beginnings CT: Prenatal, Birth & Postpartum Wellness Consultants, 3074 Whitney Ave Building 2, Hamden, CT 06518, USA
(FREE) LGBTQIA+ Support Group
REGISTRATION IS NOT REQUIRED
Format: In-person
Price: FREE
Day & Time: Saturday, 2:00pm to 4:00pm
Note: Hosted by a queer peer.
Join other LGBTQIA+ families (preconception to 2 years old) for a social support group.
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(FREE) LGBTQIA+ Support Group
(FREE) LGBTQIA+ Support Group
February 18, 2023 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Empowered Beginnings CT: Prenatal, Birth & Postpartum Wellness Consultants, 3074 Whitney Ave Building 2, Hamden, CT 06518, USA
(FREE) LGBTQIA+ Support Group
REGISTRATION IS NOT REQUIRED
Format: In-person
Price: FREE
Day & Time: Saturday, 2:00pm to 4:00pm
Note: Hosted by a queer peer.
Join other LGBTQIA+ families (preconception to 2 years old) for a social support group.
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Prenatal & Postpartum Group Fitness
Prenatal & Postpartum Group Fitness
February 20, 2023 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
3074 Whitney Ave 1st Floor, Suit 211 Hamden, CT 06410
Prenatal & Postpartum Group Fitness
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER:
Format: In-person
Price: $25 per class
Day & Time: Monday, from 6:00pm to 7:00pm
Note: Please let me know before class of anything we should be aware of so we can offer modifications if necessary, or if you do not wish to be physically corrected.
This small group class will offer a mix of movements with a focus on strength training for those in any stage of parenthood - preconception, pregnancy, or postpartum. Take the stress out of searching for the list of "safe" exercises or skipping out on your favorite moves. Your coach will take you through a heart-pumping, sweat-building workout that provides scaled options to build strength and confidence no matter where you are starting from.
See more details
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Q&A with Ashley & Dawn
Q&A with Ashley & Dawn
February 20, 2023 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Q&A with Ashley & Dawn
Registration not required. This is a closed group for Ashley & Dawn's doula clients only.
Format: Online
Price: Free
Day & Time: Mondays, 7:00pm to 8:00pm
Note: You must be a client of Begin With Ashley to participate in this group. The zoom link will be posted in our private Facebook group.
Please join with questions or just to chat with other new families. There is no agenda for this it’s just an opportunity to connect and come together for support during your pregnancy.
See more details
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Babies Music Class: Music Folk
Babies Music Class: Music Folk
February 21, 2023 10:00 am - 11:00 am
3074 Whitney Ave 1st Floor, Suit 211 Hamden, CT 06410
Babies Music Class: Music Folk
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Format: In-person
Price: Please click here for price
Day & Time: 10-week series, Tuesdays from 10:00am to 11:00am
Note: Have you noticed that your baby can sing, or "coo" to you already but can't speak yet? Studies show that they can match pitch as early as 2 weeks old. Try singing to them and listen for the sounds and reactions they make. Most parents don't realize that their babies come into the world wired to make music. They are born ready to make music!
In fact, "babies who participate in music classes with their parents/caregiver in the first year of life, smile more, communicate better and show earlier and more sophisticated brain responses to music" (Study from McMaster University). Not to mention all the other benefits by starting music as a baby. They develop so many skills; cognitive, social, emotional growth, language development, fine motor skills as they embark on their lifelong musical journey. This is such a wonderful activity to do with your baby to start to stimulate their brains and bodies and share the joy of music making and bonding with them as a baby. In this class we will not only learn music, but also some baby signs as well.
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(FREE) 4th Trimester Support Group (online)
(FREE) 4th Trimester Support Group (online)
February 21, 2023 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
https://zoom.us/j/124179840
(FREE) 4th Trimester Support Group
No Registration Needed. This group is open to anyone.
Format: Online; Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/124179840
Price: FREE
Day & Time: Tuesdays, 11:00am to 12:30pm
Hosted by: Louise Ward, RN (retired Childbirth Educator and Yale Labor and Birth nurse)
Description: What is the 4th trimester? This concept refers to the first few months after you deliver, a period of intense development and adjustment to life outside the womb for your newborn. He or she was kept snuggled in a warm, dark environment where hunger and wet diapers were not a problem. Now there are lots of new senses to get used to! At the same time, you are recovering from giving birth and adapting physically, emotionally, and mentally to parenthood and all its challenges. This huge change for both of you can be rough and overwhelming at times, even more so than the pregnancy itself.
One of the best things for getting through this time with your sanity intact is finding support and encouragement from others, especially if they are going through the same thing as you. This group will give you the opportunity to tell your birth story, discuss challenges, successes, share stories, and to meet other new moms in the area.
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(Week 2) Prenatal Yoga, 5-week Series
(Week 2) Prenatal Yoga, 5-week Series
February 21, 2023 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
3074 Whitney Ave 1st Floor, Suit 211 Hamden, CT 06410
Prenatal Yoga, 5-week Series
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Format: In-person
Price: $95 per series (5 classes)
Day & Time: Tuesdays, from 12:00pm-1:00pm
Description: Connect with your ever-changing pregnant body with asana and restorative yoga. Practicing prenatal yoga is associated with a range of physical and mental health benefits, including boosting strength, flexibility, balance, and easing pregnancy-related discomforts. As important moderate exercise is during pregnancy, knowing how to rest deeply and rejuvenate is equally important. This class merges these two aspects to help prepare you for labor, delivery, and postpartum adjustment.
What to Bring: Dress in comfortable clothing that can allow for a variety of positions. Bring your yoga mat, water, and a towel that can be folded to allow for comfortable sitting on the floor.
Note: If you have a high risk pregnancy or other special circumstances related to your health, consult with your OB provider to make sure this class is right for you. Please let us know before class of anything we should be aware of so we can offer modifications if necessary, or if you do not wish to be physically corrected.
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(Week 2) Parent & Baby Yoga, 5-week Series
(Week 2) Parent & Baby Yoga, 5-week Series
February 21, 2023 1:15 pm - 2:15 pm
3074 Whitney Ave 1st Floor, Suit 211 Hamden, CT 06410
Parent & Baby Yoga, 5-week Series
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Format: In-person
Price: $95 per series (5 classes)
Day & Time: Tuesdays, from 1:15 to 2:15pm
Description: Whether you are 6 weeks or 25 years postpartum, this class will help you! This 5-week series is designed to re-tone and reconnect to the pelvic floor and to create a stronger container in your core and back. We will undo the imprint of the pregnant body and re-introduce and re-center the body to its natural state. We will also work to counteract the repetitive positions from caring for your child. Join us to strengthen your body so that you move about in the world with more connection and awareness from within. These practices not only help us in our physical bodies, but also in our mental, spiritual, and emotional bodies, too!
What to Bring: Bringing your baby is optional! Dress in comfortable clothing that can allow for a variety of positions. Bring your yoga mat, water, and a towel that can be folded to allow for comfortable sitting on the floor.
Note: Please let us know before class of anything we should be aware of so we can offer modifications if necessary, or if you do not wish to be physically corrected.
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Spinning Babies
Spinning Babies
February 21, 2023 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
3074 Whitney Ave 1st Floor, Suit 211 Hamden, CT 06410
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Format: In-person
Price: $130 per couple
Day & Time: Tuesdays from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Spinning Babies® for Parents is a single session class that highlights your baby’s active role in birth. During labor the baby needs to pass through the three levels of the pelvis. Learn techniques to help your pelvis and the muscles that support or restrict your pelvic levels. These techniques can help release tight ligaments and muscles which can pull and twist causing pelvic pain during pregnancy and discomfort during birth. Together, you and your birth partner can use these techniques before and during labor to help “make room for baby!” Spinning Babies reveals how the baby can find optimal positions for labor, and make birth less painful, and even enjoyable!
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Learn about Spinning Babies Techniques
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Belly mapping to tell the position of your baby
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Daily Essential Activities
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The Three Sisters of Balance and how they help birth muscles to relax and add comfort now to ease birth later.
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Birth positions that open the pelvis that let the baby come through more easily
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Bring your birth partner to learn how to help you in pregnancy for comfort in labor and birth
What to Bring
Bring along a yoga mat, towel, or small blanket for floor work. Dress comfortably in clothing that can accommodate a variety of positions.
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(FREE) 4th Trimester Support Group
(FREE) 4th Trimester Support Group
February 22, 2023 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
3074 Whitney Ave 1st Floor, Suit 211 Hamden, CT 06410
(FREE) 4th Trimester Support Group
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Format: In-person
Price: FREE
Day & Time: Wednesday, 11:00am to 1:00pm
Note: hosted by New Life Doulas
Open to the public, community and support for new families.
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Childbirth, Four-Week Course (Week 1)
Childbirth, Four-Week Course (Week 1)
February 22, 2023 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Empowered Beginnings CT: Prenatal, Birth & Postpartum Wellness Consultants, 3074 Whitney Ave Building 2, Hamden, CT 06518, USA
Childbirth, 4-Week Course
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Format: In-person
Price: $250 per couple
Day & Time: Wednesdays at 6:30pm to 9:00pm
Note: We suggest you sign up for a course that will start sometime after your 26th week and ends before your 37th week of pregnancy.
This in-person series is great for first-time parents and comes highly recommended by many local midwives and obstetricians for its empowering approach to childbirth. Our goal is to help each family become wise healthcare consumers and to partner with their OB providers for a safe birth using as few interventions as possible. Although the class strives to educate patients and their partners toward natural childbirth (i.e., unmedicated, intervention-free), classes are for prepared childbirth in the hospital, birth center, or home setting. The classes use a multidisciplinary approach, pulling information from resources such as Dr. Robert Bradley (of the Bradley method), the Lamaze Institute for Normal Birth, educator/doula Penny Simkin, and midwife Ina May Gaskin.
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Physiology and changes in pregnancy
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Normal progression of labor and birth
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Relaxation and breathing techniques
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Coping methods for labor and birth such as hydrotherapy, music, mental focus, and comforting positions
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Analgesia and anesthesia options such as nitrous oxide and epidurals
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Benefits and risks of medical interventions
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The partner's role during labor and birth
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Postpartum care
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Newborn care at the hospital
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Advanced Coping Strategies for Labor & Birth
Advanced Coping Strategies for Labor & Birth
February 23, 2023 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Empowered Beginnings CT: Prenatal, Birth & Postpartum Wellness Consultants, 3074 Whitney Ave Building 2, Hamden, CT 06518, USA
Advanced Coping Strategies for Labor & Birth
Format: In-person
Price: $90 per couple
Day & Time: Thursdays from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
This single session is intended for couples in their third trimester who have completed the 1-day, 2-day, or 4-week childbirth classes. It expands on intervention-free methods of labor management discussed in our prepared childbirth classes. Each couple will receive their own long woven wrap (similar to the Rebozo used by Mexican and Central American Indigenous birth workers) to practice hands-on comfort techniques and coping skills to ease pregnancy discomforts, manage pain during labor, and help bring the baby down into an optimal position for birth. Your partner or support person will learn skills to support you more effectively. This class does not cover general childbirth information. We strongly suggest taking one of our childbirth preparation classes (or one with another educator) prior to this class.
Note: This class is best when you are further along in your pregnancy, ideally between 32 and 38 weeks, and after you have completed a regular Childbirth course. There is no fee for this class if you have signed up for Ashley & Dawn's Comprehensive Doula Package. Please use the voucher code provided in your doula services registration email when you check out.
*Price includes cost of wrap.
*Class is free for doula clients registered with Begin with Ashley.
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Postpartum Support Group for Doula Clients
Postpartum Support Group for Doula Clients
February 24, 2023 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
3074 Whitney Ave 1st Floor, Suit 211 Hamden, CT 06410
Postpartum Support Group
**This is a closed group for clients of EB Doulas or Begin with Ashley only.**
Format: In-person
Day & Time: Fridays, 11:00am to 1:00pm
What to expect: Connect with other new parents in this group facilitated by Ashley & Dawn. You must be a doula client to join this group.
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Childbirth, One-Day Class
Childbirth, One-Day Class
February 25, 2023 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
3074 Whitney Ave 1st Floor, Suit 211 Hamden, CT 06410
Childbirth, 1-Day Class
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Format: In-person
Price: $120 per couple
Day & Time: Thursdays at 5:00pm or Saturdays at 9:00am
Note: We recommend taking this class anytime after your 26th week and before your 37th week of pregnancy.
This one-day class focuses on labor and delivery. It is a good option for first-time parents unable to attend the 4-week series and is an excellent refresher course for parents returning to the birth experience or those who will be attempting a VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean). Compared to the 4-week series, this class involves more direct, instructor-led teaching with fewer group exercises in order to conserve time.
Topics Reviewed:
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Physiology and progression of labor and birth
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Relaxation and breathing techniques
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Coping methods for labor and birth such as hydrotherapy, music, mental focus, and comforting positions
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Analgesia and anesthesia options such as nitrous oxide and epidurals
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Benefits and risks of medical interventions
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The partner's role during labor and birth
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Birth Partner Massage
Birth Partner Massage
February 25, 2023 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
3074 Whitney Ave 1st Floor, Suit 211 Hamden, CT 06410
Birth Partner Massage Class
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Format: In-person
Price: $100 per couple
Day & Time: Saturdays, 2-4pm
This hands-on class allows your partner or support person to learn how to be actively involved in easing the discomforts of pregnancy. Prenatal partner massage covers relevant anatomy, contraindications, techniques for relief of common pregnancy muscular discomforts, and massage ergonomics. We’ll also go into the best massage techniques for lower back pain, a common issue during pregnancy, so that you can unwind at home.
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Prenatal & Birth Prep Yoga
Prenatal & Birth Prep Yoga
February 26, 2023 9:00 am - 10:30 am
3074 Whitney Ave 1st Floor, Suit 211 Hamden, CT 06410
Prenatal & Birth Prep Yoga
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Format: In-person
Price: $30 per class
Day & Time: Every other Sunday, from 9:00am-10:30am
Description: Connect with your ever-changing pregnant body with asana and restorative yoga. Practicing prenatal yoga is associated with a range of physical and mental health benefits, including boosting strength, flexibility, balance, and easing pregnancy-related discomforts. As important moderate exercise is during pregnancy, knowing how to rest deeply and rejuvenate is equally important. This class merges these two aspects to help prepare you for labor, delivery, and postpartum adjustment.
What to Bring: Dress in comfortable clothing that can allow for a variety of positions. Bring your yoga mat, water, and a towel that can be folded to allow for comfortable sitting on the floor.
Note: If you have a high risk pregnancy or other special circumstances related to your health, consult with your OB provider to make sure this class is right for you. Please let us know before class of anything we should be aware of so we can offer modifications if necessary, or if you do not wish to be physically corrected.
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Prenatal & Postpartum Group Fitness
Prenatal & Postpartum Group Fitness
February 27, 2023 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
3074 Whitney Ave 1st Floor, Suit 211 Hamden, CT 06410
Prenatal & Postpartum Group Fitness
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER:
Format: In-person
Price: $25 per class
Day & Time: Monday, from 6:00pm to 7:00pm
Note: Please let me know before class of anything we should be aware of so we can offer modifications if necessary, or if you do not wish to be physically corrected.
This small group class will offer a mix of movements with a focus on strength training for those in any stage of parenthood - preconception, pregnancy, or postpartum. Take the stress out of searching for the list of "safe" exercises or skipping out on your favorite moves. Your coach will take you through a heart-pumping, sweat-building workout that provides scaled options to build strength and confidence no matter where you are starting from.
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Q&A with Ashley & Dawn
Q&A with Ashley & Dawn
February 27, 2023 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Q&A with Ashley & Dawn
Registration not required. This is a closed group for Ashley & Dawn's doula clients only.
Format: Online
Price: Free
Day & Time: Mondays, 7:00pm to 8:00pm
Note: You must be a client of Begin With Ashley to participate in this group. The zoom link will be posted in our private Facebook group.
Please join with questions or just to chat with other new families. There is no agenda for this it’s just an opportunity to connect and come together for support during your pregnancy.
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Babies Music Class: Music Folk
Babies Music Class: Music Folk
February 28, 2023 10:00 am - 11:00 am
3074 Whitney Ave 1st Floor, Suit 211 Hamden, CT 06410
Babies Music Class: Music Folk
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Format: In-person
Price: Please click here for price
Day & Time: 10-week series, Tuesdays from 10:00am to 11:00am
Note: Have you noticed that your baby can sing, or "coo" to you already but can't speak yet? Studies show that they can match pitch as early as 2 weeks old. Try singing to them and listen for the sounds and reactions they make. Most parents don't realize that their babies come into the world wired to make music. They are born ready to make music!
In fact, "babies who participate in music classes with their parents/caregiver in the first year of life, smile more, communicate better and show earlier and more sophisticated brain responses to music" (Study from McMaster University). Not to mention all the other benefits by starting music as a baby. They develop so many skills; cognitive, social, emotional growth, language development, fine motor skills as they embark on their lifelong musical journey. This is such a wonderful activity to do with your baby to start to stimulate their brains and bodies and share the joy of music making and bonding with them as a baby. In this class we will not only learn music, but also some baby signs as well.
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(FREE) 4th Trimester Support Group (online)
(FREE) 4th Trimester Support Group (online)
February 28, 2023 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
https://zoom.us/j/124179840
(FREE) 4th Trimester Support Group
No Registration Needed. This group is open to anyone.
Format: Online; Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/124179840
Price: FREE
Day & Time: Tuesdays, 11:00am to 12:30pm
Hosted by: Louise Ward, RN (retired Childbirth Educator and Yale Labor and Birth nurse)
Description: What is the 4th trimester? This concept refers to the first few months after you deliver, a period of intense development and adjustment to life outside the womb for your newborn. He or she was kept snuggled in a warm, dark environment where hunger and wet diapers were not a problem. Now there are lots of new senses to get used to! At the same time, you are recovering from giving birth and adapting physically, emotionally, and mentally to parenthood and all its challenges. This huge change for both of you can be rough and overwhelming at times, even more so than the pregnancy itself.
One of the best things for getting through this time with your sanity intact is finding support and encouragement from others, especially if they are going through the same thing as you. This group will give you the opportunity to tell your birth story, discuss challenges, successes, share stories, and to meet other new moms in the area.
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(Week 3) Prenatal Yoga, 5-week Series
(Week 3) Prenatal Yoga, 5-week Series
February 28, 2023 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
3074 Whitney Ave 1st Floor, Suit 211 Hamden, CT 06410
Prenatal Yoga, 5-week Series
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Format: In-person
Price: $95 per series (5 classes)
Day & Time: Tuesdays, from 12:00pm-1:00pm
Description: Connect with your ever-changing pregnant body with asana and restorative yoga. Practicing prenatal yoga is associated with a range of physical and mental health benefits, including boosting strength, flexibility, balance, and easing pregnancy-related discomforts. As important moderate exercise is during pregnancy, knowing how to rest deeply and rejuvenate is equally important. This class merges these two aspects to help prepare you for labor, delivery, and postpartum adjustment.
What to Bring: Dress in comfortable clothing that can allow for a variety of positions. Bring your yoga mat, water, and a towel that can be folded to allow for comfortable sitting on the floor.
Note: If you have a high risk pregnancy or other special circumstances related to your health, consult with your OB provider to make sure this class is right for you. Please let us know before class of anything we should be aware of so we can offer modifications if necessary, or if you do not wish to be physically corrected.
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(Week 3) Parent & Baby Yoga, 5-week Series
(Week 3) Parent & Baby Yoga, 5-week Series
February 28, 2023 1:15 pm - 2:15 pm
3074 Whitney Ave 1st Floor, Suit 211 Hamden, CT 06410
Parent & Baby Yoga, 5-week Series
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Format: In-person
Price: $95 per series (5 classes)
Day & Time: Tuesdays, from 1:15 to 2:15pm
Description: Whether you are 6 weeks or 25 years postpartum, this class will help you! This 5-week series is designed to re-tone and reconnect to the pelvic floor and to create a stronger container in your core and back. We will undo the imprint of the pregnant body and re-introduce and re-center the body to its natural state. We will also work to counteract the repetitive positions from caring for your child. Join us to strengthen your body so that you move about in the world with more connection and awareness from within. These practices not only help us in our physical bodies, but also in our mental, spiritual, and emotional bodies, too!
What to Bring: Bringing your baby is optional! Dress in comfortable clothing that can allow for a variety of positions. Bring your yoga mat, water, and a towel that can be folded to allow for comfortable sitting on the floor.
Note: Please let us know before class of anything we should be aware of so we can offer modifications if necessary, or if you do not wish to be physically corrected.
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Mindful Birth
Mindful Birth
February 28, 2023 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Mindful Birth
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Format: Online via Zoom
Price: $50 per couple
Day & Time: Classes are Tuesdays from 6:30pm to 8:00pm online
Note: This class does not cover general childbirth information such as interventions or coping strategies for labor. For that we recommend our 1-day, 2-day, or 4-week Childbirth class options. This class is included in Ashley & Dawn's Comprehensive Doula Package. Please use the voucher code provided in your doula services registration email when you check out.
This one-session online class will teach you practical skills to help prepare your mind for a positive labor and birth experience with mindfulness techniques, sports psychology, and the science behind labor hormones. Content from Gentlebirth® training is also included.
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